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How to Resolve QuickBooks Restore Failed Issue Completely

Like any other accounting software, there are several files needed by QuickBooks that support different features and functions of the application. For example, QuickBooks Company File (.QBW) contains all your business information, including customer details, payroll data, personal banking information, financial details, and employee  Restore failed error occurs while restoring the backup of the QuickBooks data file and can appear with different error messages in QuickBooks, and numerous reasons evoke this type of error. If you are looking to resolve this issue permanently, follow this article to the end.


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Solutions to Eliminate QuickBooks Restore Failed Error


Down below, we have mentioned some of the most effective solutions that will help you to eliminate this error permanently.


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Solution 1: Repair your damaged QuickBooks company file


Your company file can be damaged; in such a case, you can utilize the Rebuild Data tool built-in to QuickBooks Desktop to resolve data damage on your company file.


  • Go to the File menu, tap Utilities, and select the Rebuild Data option.
  • Click on OK on the QuickBooks Information window and save the file backup by following the instructions that appear on your screen.
  • Let the tool repair your file, and if you need to know, it may take some time, depending on your file size. 
  • You might see that QuickBooks has got stuck, but as long as you are able to move your mouse, the tool is working.
  • When the tool finishes the repair process, click OK and navigate to the File menu.
  • Click on Utilities and select the Verify Data option.
  • Lastly, let the tool check your file for data issues.
  • In case QuickBooks doesn't find any problems with your company file, click OK, and you can continue using your company file as it doesn't have any data damage but if the issue persists, select Rebuild Now. (QuickBooks Error missing name list problem)




Solution 2: Restore a different copy of your backup file to resolve the error 


QuickBooks uses the backup company file (.qbb) to generate a new company file (.qbw) when you try to restore your company file.


  • Access the QuickBooks application, go to the File menu and click on the Open or Restore Company option.
  • Now, choose the Restore a backup copy option, press Next and select Local Backup.
  • Choose Next, and you have to browse your computer for your backup company file. 
  • It would appear to you like this: [Your company name].qbb; ensure to select a folder where you wish to save your restored company file and click on Open.


Conclusion 


QuickBooks restore failed issue can appear while restoring the backup of Quickbooks data file, and we understand that it can be quite troublesome. This article helps you to resolve this issue completely, and if the issue is not resolved, you can call us at  + 855.738.0359 to get help from our team of professionals.



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